Position Title
Supply Chain Manager
Supervised by
Head of Support and Services
Reporting to
Duty Station
Yaoundé (with frequent visits to field locations)
Area of Operation
Cameroon
Employment Period
9 months, starting ASAP (possibility for extension)
Type of Contract (Expat/National/Trainee)
National
Salary & Benefits
Management Band F, step 0
Introduction
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the
wish to return home.
DRC Cameroon began its operations in Cameroon in 2018 responding to the humanitarian needs of refugees from Central African Republic (CAR) and vulnerable Cameroonians in the Adamawa region. Currently, DRC operates a regional office in Meiganga and two sub-offices in Djohong (Adamawa region) and Garoua-Boulai (East region). Interventions focus on finding durable solutions for the most vulnerable, using the holistic graduation approach to improve both protection and economic recovery. subsequently, in late 2018, DRC started its activities in the South-West region of Cameroon in late 201 to respond to the needs of forcibly displaced people in the context of the Anglophone crisis, starting humanitarian activities in January 2019. DRC operates in the divisions of Meme, Fako, Kupe-Manenguba and Ndian with an office in Buea and a sub-base in Kumba. Programming focuses on rural and hard-to-reach areas to meet people's basic needs for food, shelter, and NFI, while improving the protection environment and providing income-generating opportunities.
In 2023, DRC expanded its activities to the Far North of Cameroon to provide a protection, positive peace, governance, and economic resilience response to the multidimensional and interconnected crises affecting the region.
DRC is looking for a driven, pro-active, and experienced Supply Chain Manager who will be responsible for the overall country logistics and procurement operation in coordination with procurement and logistics staff in the field offices; providing support to DRC field operations and field-based staff in training, guidance and standard operating procedures as set by the DRC. The incumbent must possess broad knowledge and know-how in the procurement and logistics processes, people’s management, finance, vehicles, inventories and monitoring of assets and activities. S/he plays a key role in implementation of the Supply Chain Module of DRC Dynamics through tailor-made training, mentoring, coaching, monitoring, and controlling correct usage of the module. S/he supervises the logistics and procurement unit and provides technical support to area offices. The role contributes to developing country strategies translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role being the highest position in the supply chain function in the country office.
Overall Responsibility:
People Management
Procurement management
Fleet and Fuel management
Asset Management
Warehouse Management
DRC Dynamics ERP System
Accountability
The responsibilities listed in the Job Description are not exhaustive and may be readjusted according to operational needs but will remain in line with the overall purpose of the role.
Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)
Essential:
Desirable:
Are you interested? Then apply for this position on line: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/currentvacancies.
All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV - no longer than three (3) pages. Both must be either in English or French. DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice any discrimination in any recruitment process.
Applications close on the 01st April 2024, at 4 pm . Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Due to the urgency of the position, DRC has the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above date.